Does Closing A Bank Account Affect Credit Score

Updated:
March 9, 2023

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Closing a bank account usually doesn't affect your credit score. But if you close an account with overdraft fees, it might. The bank could report your overdraft debt to a collection agency. The collection agency would report the debt to your credit, hurting your credit score.

Banks also have a "hidden" credit report called Chex that they report debt to. Once the debt is on your Chex report, no bank in the United States will work with you until it's paid back.

Does Closing A Savings Account Affect Your Credit Score?

Closing a savings account won't directly affect your credit unless you close it with a negative balance. Even if you cancel an account, any unpaid overdrafts may be sent to a collections agency. If you're getting contacted by debt collectors over paid or inaccurate debts, Credit Glory can help you dispute them.

Does Closing A Checking Account Affect Your Credit Score?

Closing a checking account won't directly affect your credit unless you close it with a negative balance. Even if you cancel an account, any unpaid overdrafts may be sent to a collections agency. If you're getting contacted by debt collectors over paid or inaccurate debts, Credit Glory can help you dispute them.

Does Closing A Debit Card Hurt Your Credit Score?

Canceling a debit card won't directly affect your credit unless you close it with a negative balance. Even if you cancel an account, any unpaid overdrafts may be sent to a collections agency. If you're getting contacted by debt collectors over paid or inaccurate debts, Credit Glory can help you dispute them.

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